How to differentiate between lumps and glandular tissue during breast self-examination
Dec 22, 2022
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Zhang Chao
Introduction
Breast self-examination can help distinguish lumps from normal glandular tissue by palpation. First, the patient should lie down or sit in a comfortable position, then use the pads of the four fingers of the right hand to gently press on the breast. If a breast lump is present, it will feel like a mass beneath the fingertips, while normal glandular tissue will not have such an abnormal sensation. Finally, a color ultrasound examination at the hospital can be performed for further evaluation.
Breast self-examination can help distinguish between lumps and normal glandular tissue by touching. The specific steps are as follows:
1. First, the patient should lie down or sit with both hands placed parallel to the sides of the body, keeping the body relaxed.
2. Then, use the pads of the four fingers of the right hand to gently press the breast, pressing the breast tissue against the chest wall and moving them gently in a circular motion.
3. If there is a breast lump, you may feel a lump-like abnormality beneath the finger pads, while normal glandular tissue will not feel unusual.
4. Finally, an ultrasound examination at the hospital can clearly show the size, location, and characteristics of any lump. A lump is usually movable and feels relatively soft, whereas normal breast glandular tissue is less mobile and feels firmer.
